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Mammoth Child Care

Enjoy your mountain adventures knowing your kiddos are having just as much fun. With a convenient state-licensed location in The Village offering full-day and half-day care, as well as ski lesson/childcare packages, our certified teachers and seasoned instructors deliver expert care and keep your children entertained, leaving big smiles on little faces.


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Kids Night Out

Evening Child Care in The Village

Whether it’s a little happy hour time following a day on the slopes or a night out with friends, make plans for an evening of fun while our staff entertains and feeds the kids. Activities include video and board games, crafts, cookie decorating, and much more. Available for ages 2–10.

5:00 – 9:00 PM Fri, Sat and Holidays, ages 2–10. Call 760.934.0632 for availability and reservations.

Additional Information

Location & Hours


The Village at Mammoth | November 18, 2023–April 14, 2024

• Full-Day Child Care:
8:00 AM–4:00 PM
• Half-Day AM Child Care:
8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Located on The Village Plaza next to Side Door Café and just steps from the Village Gondola, which offers a quick ride up to Canyon Lodge. Perfect for those staying at The Village Lodge, The Westin Monache Resort, or other nearby hotels.

100 Canyon Blvd, Suite 233
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

State-Licensed Facility #263808720, 263808765

Daily Activities


What to Pack
Warm outerwear for snow play or gondola rides, including gloves and a hat, sunglasses or goggles, spare change of clothing, diapers and wipes (if needed), and comfort items such as a special blanket, stuffed animal or toy. Children may bring toys or other items from home which will help alleviate any potential separation anxiety. Electronic devices such as iPads are also permissible.

Please pre-label as many of your child’s belongings as possible, especially backpacks, mittens, sunglasses, goggles, hats, and boots. Pre-labeling will expedite the check-in process and get you on the slopes quicker.

Check-In
Please check in by 10:00 AM to ensure your children can participate in outside play or ride the gondola. We recommend that sunscreen is applied to your child before arriving.

Indoor Activities
Children will participate in singing and stories, arts and crafts, dress-up play, video and computer games, fun with blocks, gross motor activities, games, puzzles, toys, and much more.

Outdoor Activities
Scheduled in the morning typically between 10:30 AM–11:45 AM (weather permitting). Children will be able to play in the snow, go sledding, or ride the gondola.

Lunch
Scheduled daily at approximately 12:15 PM. Please note, lunch is not included in morning half-day reservations. Our lunch menu is as follows:

Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays: Chicken nuggets, French fries, vegetables, fresh fruit and milk
Tuesdays & Fridays: Cheese pizza, vegetables, fresh fruit, and milk
Wednesdays & Sundays: Macaroni and cheese, vegetables, fresh fruit, and milk
NOTE: If your children have any dietary restrictions that will not allow your child to be served what is listed above, please pack a lunch and snack for them.

Rest Time
Scheduled every day after lunch, typically 1:00 PM–3:00 PM on mats with clean linens. Children may bring their own comfort item from home for nap time.

Child Care FAQ

What Are Drop-Off and Pick-Up Times?

Full-Day Child Care is from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM, while morning Half-Day Care runs from 8:00AM until 12:00PM. Children enrolled in the Ski or Snowboard Lesson combo will arrive at the Child Care Facility after their lesson ends at 12:00 PM, and must be picked up from The Village by 4:00 PM. Missing the scheduled pickup time will result in a late fee of $5 per minute.

Can my children of different ages be in the same room together?

Siblings may be in the same room together as long as both are either under or over the age of 2 years. If one child is under the age of two, and the other is over age 2, we do allow the older sibling to visit the younger sibling for short periods of time as long as it is in the infant room.

Do you welcome children with special needs?

We warmly welcome children with special needs or disabilities as long as we can safely and effectively meet the needs of the child.

What if my child requires special medications?

Medication may be administered to your child upon written parental instruction.

Do you accept walk-ins?

Space is limited and reservations are strongly recommended, however, walk-ins may be accepted on a space-available basis. Please call 760.934.0632 to inquire about same-day child care.

What happens to my child in the event of an emergency?

If a child has a medical or dental emergency, he/she will be transported to Mammoth Hospital. Every attempt will be made to contact the parent immediately.

Can other people sign my child in/out of child care?

Yes, as long as the person authorized for pick-up is specified in writing by the parent when filling out the Mammoth Child Care enrollment form.

How are misbehaved children disciplined?

Positive redirection (or "cool down" as a last resort) is the only form of discipline used at Mammoth Child Care. Any form of discipline or punishment which violates your child's personal space is prohibited.

What do you serve for snacks and lunch?

Typical snack foods include graham crackers, fresh fruit, cheese and crackers, cereal with milk, apple sauce, and yogurt.

Sample Lunch Menu

Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays: Chicken nuggets, French fries, vegetables, fresh fruit, and milk
Tuesdays & Fridays: Cheese pizza, vegetables, fresh fruit, and milk
Wednesdays & Sundays: Macaroni and cheese, vegetables, fresh fruit, and milk
If your children have any dietary restrictions that will not allow your child to be served what is listed above, please pack a lunch and snack for them.


INFANT & TODDLER FAQ

What to Pack

Lunch, snacks, bottles (ready to feed is preferred – pre-mixed formula and frozen breast milk is fine), pre-filled sippy cup, diapers, wipes, spare set of clothing and any comfort items such as a pacifier, special blanket or toy. Lunch and snacks are provided free of charge for babies who can eat the same items that are on the menu for the older kids that day (chicken nuggets, pizza, macaroni and cheese, veggies and fruit).

NOTE: Please label all of your child's belongings, such as bottles, food containers, cups, and pacifiers. Pre-labeling will expedite the check-in process and get you on the slopes quicker.

Check-In

Please allow for a few minutes in the morning to communicate to the staff typical routines, special needs, likes and dislikes your baby may have.

Outside Time

Typically, we do not take this age group outside due to the cold winter temperatures. On a warm spring day, we may take the toddlers on a walk or in a stroller.

Visiting or "Checking In” on Your Baby

Unless you are nursing, we recommend parents call versus visiting. Often times babies do not understand that you are “just visiting.” If your baby had a difficult time settling in during morning drop off, a mid-day visit then another good bye may upset your child all over again. Alternatively, we recommend you calling as often as you like, or leave your cell phone number for our staff to contact you based on the criteria you set forth.

Availability

Infant/toddler care may not be available every day. Our infant care spaces are very limited and sell out quickly.